DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN INDIA

Author – DISHA KAR, Student at INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, ROHTAK

Best Citation – DISHA KAR, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN INDIA, LEX IS US LAW JOURNAL, 2 (1) of 2023, Pg. 86-93, ISBN – 978-81-960384-0-3

ABSTRACT

Women in India constitute nearly half of its population and it is very common to read news about violation or wrong committed on women every day. Although we have entered into a new millennium, the women of the patriarchal setup of Indian society continue to be oppressed and ill-treated. They are subjected to great extent of atrocity both inside and outside their homes in contemporary India. Our orthodox society is so prejudiced by age-old habits and customs that a  violated woman, whether she is forced or helpless, has no place in the society. The fact that domestic violence has been reported in several civilizations and societies around the globe provides evidence of its pervasiveness. There is a growing understanding that Domestic Violence is a widespread phenomenon and a significant problem in developing nations as well. Yet, depending on the local environment, it exhibits specific forms and patterns and is acknowledged as a significant public health issue. Despite the wide variety of abuse, it is the most frequent reason for non-fatal injuries to women. These victims suffer, place the responsibility on themselves, and decide not to disclose the abuse. In fact, women frequently internalize the abuse by justifying it and accepting it as their fate in order to continue living with it by thinking that the act was initiated by the woman. India has been no exception to this increasing culture of domestic violence. This paper aims to analyse the reasons, safeguards and current situation of domestic violence in India.

Keywords: Violence, Crime, Penalty, Harassment, Cruelty